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Autistics Finding Themselves Free Version follows hosts LisaMorgan and Philip King-Lowe as they validate autistic grief—whether from loss of a loved one, a job, a pet, or a shifting sense of self—and guide listeners to use their strengths to thrive. The episode emphasizes recognizing and honoring these experiences on the path to self-discovery and forward momentum. Transcripts are provided in multiple accessibl...

This episode dives into how grief can leave Autistic people feeling unrecognizable, exploring what “finding yourself again” can look like and how support can be genuinely helpful without rushing the process. Lisa Morgan joins Philip to unpack disrupted routines, alexithymia, and other real-life challenges—from late Autistic identification to disenfranchised grief—and to offer grounded language and practical ste...

Zoë Korengold and Philip talk about how Autistics can thrive through crises. We discuss differences in communication, and using restorative processes

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Routines, rules, honesty, problem solving and sensory care are the strengths that Autistics have to be successful. Philip, Carole Jean and Lisa Morgan talk about the current culture where Autistics and other intersectional identities are suffering because of a medical deficit culture, Autistics can use the strengths of Autism brings out the best in who Autisti...

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Many Autistics are deciding to mask ourselves in the current political atmosphere. Our pathological demand avoidance is a powerful tool so that we can say no to these unjust rules and not be someone's tool of oppression. Matthew and Philip will talk about masking as part of our multidimensional existence as Autistic people.

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts for this or any other episode. In this wrap up episode for Season 4, Dr. Angela Kingdon from the Autistic Culture podcast joins Philip for a discussion about Embracing the Intersectional Autistic Culture. All of the episodes in 2024 have been focusing on our Intersectional Autistic Adult Communities. During this episode we will be exploring what embracing th...

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Each Autistic individual has their unique blend of what triggers or soothes them. Subjects that trigger the fight or flight response. Sensory needs such as loud music is your partner's soother, but it is your trigger. Watching the same TV show over and over again is your soother, but it is your partner's trigger. You are Autistic and ADHD, your sooth...

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcript. One aspect of being Autistic that has many pieces to it is food. Autistics can have sensory issues with food textures and digesting certain foods. There is also another sensory matter for Autistics that is interoception. Interoception is how the body communicates messages to the brain such as "I am hungry" "I am thirsty." "I am full...

Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. According to a study by Cassidy et al in 2018, 66% of newly diagnosed Autistic Adults experienced suicidal ideation. That is 17% higher than the general population. There are many reasons why Autistic Adults experience suicidal ideation. Lisa understands first-hand what being in a state of crisis is for Autistics. Lisa is an Autistic Adults and a life coach fo...

Social stigmas. Sensory processing disorder(s). Abusive relationships. Rejection. Unemployment. Ableism. All of these and many more than can be mentioned means that trauma is an unavoidable consequence for Autistic Adults. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is among the most common forms of trauma. Benjamin Christmass is 29 years old and lives in Queensland, Australia. Benjamin is a queer, neurodiverse, card...